There have been countless discussions and debates on Indians travelling abroad and their behaviour outside of their country, especially when it comes to etiquette and manners. Since cultural rules differ in each country, it does take a bit of an effort to get accustomed to it. And Indians are known to have a distinct set of practices that only Indians understand.

Speaking on similar lines, an X user by the name of Dinesh Joshi offered his sincere advice to fellow Indians travelling abroad. “When you are travelling abroad , along with your baggage carry some manners too,” he said before listing out a bunch of things to keep in mind.

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Since Indians are known to be quite loud at times, forgetting our surroundings, Joshi advised, “Don’t speak loudly in fine dining restaurants , keep your Daal , Bhaat Shaak , Rotli conversations to your rooms.”

Another rather strong suggestion was, “There’s no need to do video calls with family.” In quiet restaurants with the volume all the way up.

And the final one: “Last but not the least don’t make Chaak Chaak noise when you eat. Thank You.”

A sincere advice to some Indians . When you are travelling abroad , along with your baggage carry some manners too . Don’t speak loudly in fine dining restaurants , keep your Daal , Bhaat Shaak , Rotli conversations to your rooms. There’s no need to do video calls with family.…

— Dinesh Joshi (@dnjoshispeaks) January 23, 2025

His etiquette advice seemed to have divided the Internet. Some agreed with his suggestions and offered their own. For instance, to learn to use cutlery correctly. “Not just a Fork and your hands! It’s so embarrassing!” This of course, invited criticism with many highlighting that eating with hands is part of Indian culture and embrace it instead of following “western gimmicks.”

Another rather sane comment stated, “If I didn’t travel much, I might find this post offensive, but I get where you’re coming from. Some of our people lack basic ethics—something money can’t buy. It’s embarrassing for those who truly believe we represent India globally and behave as a person should.”

However, many disagreed with Joshi’s list of advice.

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“I don’t understand this Indian guilt all the time. I have seen more white ill mannered people while traveling abroad than Indians. Indians are usually shy and reserved,” said one X user while another cut straight to the point, “Joshi, you suffer from inferiority complex. Please do not leave house,” (Joshi replied with a simple “Thanks”).

Another remarked, “Looks like this gentleman is ashamed of his Indianness. There are issues with each and every group of people and countrymen. Keep your advice to yourself.”

One X user offered a solution that seems to be agreeable for both sides, “One more piece of advice: don’t go to fine dine at all. They suck. Just go to a dhaba and enjoy yourself with your family. Sophistication can be joy killer sometimes.”